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Moving your business to a new address can be a relatively simple process if you do not operate a retail establishment or if you are moving a retail establishment to a location that is more accessible to the public. It can be considerably more complicated if your business relies on features of the old location to draw customers, such as a bike repair shop located along a bicycle trail, or a restaurant located near an office building. Regardless of the type of business you have, you will need to move your equipment and forward your mail. |
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Step 1 Time the move so that your business will be able to operate continuously. Make sure your new facility is ready before you dismantle the old one. If you will be using some of the same equipment, make sure the leasehold improvements, such as wiring and plumbing, are complete before you move your equipment, so you can install them as quickly as possibly. Step 2 Complete a change-of-address form with the postal service. Arrange telephone service at your new location, and keep the same phone number. Give vendors and suppliers adequate written notification of your business move, and remind them verbally as the date draws closer. Step 3 If you operate a retail store, offer your regular customers incentives to visit you at your new location. Give them coupons for free products and services, and offer them short-term discounts. Emphasize the advantages of the new spot over the old one. Hold a grand opening party to draw people to your new storefront and promote your new location. Advertise in targeted publications to reach intermittent customers who may not hear about the move directly. If you have a mailing list, plan a mailing--with coupons--to inform old customers of your new address. If possible, post a sign in the window of your old location directing customers to your new spot. |
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